Swollen gums usually settle down with a warm salt water rinse, a cold compress, gentle brushing, and a short break from anything spicy or crunchy while the tissue heals. These simple steps calm irritation for most people within a few days. But gum swelling can also be...
A toothache that appears, disappears, and then returns is easy to ignore, especially if it is not severe. However, pain that comes and goes is often your body’s way of telling you that something is not right. While occasional sensitivity may have a simple cause,...
Yes, a sinus infection can cause tooth pain, especially in the upper back teeth. The roots of these teeth sit close to the maxillary sinuses, which are the air filled spaces behind your cheeks. When those sinuses become inflamed or filled with pressure, they can press...
A headache can sometimes be linked to your wisdom teeth, especially if they are impacted, infected, or putting pressure on nearby tissues. While not every headache starts in the mouth, pain from the back of the jaw can spread to the temples, ears, or neck, making it...
Most people know smoking can harm the lungs and heart, but its effects on the mouth are often overlooked. Your mouth is one of the first places tobacco leaves its mark, and the damage can build over time. From stained teeth to serious gum problems, smoking can affect...
If a dull ache or sharp twinge shows up in your mouth the moment your plane climbs past a few thousand feet, the reason usually comes down to pressure. As cabin air pressure drops, tiny pockets of trapped air or gas inside a tooth, a filling, or your sinuses try to...
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